Go France! Be open-minded and be ready to "get your French on"!

  • Career Center
  • Le 31 août 2019

We are delighted to bring you “Go France”, the guide for international students looking to work in France!

Devised and compiled by Audencia’s Career Centre and Alumni team, with the support of the School's student reporters, “Go France” is a valuable resource for internationals considering a career in France after their studies. Starting with HR professionals’ top tips and debunking the myths and realities of the workplace, Go France also showcases the experiences of more than 20 international alumni who have aced the challenge of finding a job in France.

This week, discover what Nonso Chukwuma, IMM 13 has to say.

About Nonso

  • Graduated from the IMM 13 programme
  • Originally from Nigeria
  • Working as Founder & CEO at Chooka Juices in Boulogne Billancourt, near ParisDaily working language ▶ French, English
  • Daily working language ▶ French, English
  • Native language (s) ▶ English
  • Level of French ▶ Professional working proficiency
  • Other languages spoken ▶ French

Nonso's key advice

Be open minded and be ready to "get your French on"!
 

How it all started

Entrepreneur and enthusiast for the F&B sector with over 10 years of hands on experience in France and internationally.


Pastimes

Food and wine tasting, outdoor sports, theatre and travelling.


Keeping in touch

LinkedIn, WhatsApp and timely get-togethers.


Myths & realities

Realities: Working in France is very satisfying for me given my sector, France is like the global HQ for food and drinks. It's important for any international student to understand that speaking French is vital.


My biggest challenge

Improving my French language skills while simultaneously scaling my young entreprise.


Speaking French

I read, learn and speak French like I know no other language.


Amusing story

If you are an alumni, I'll prefer to tell you over a cup of good coffee or a glass of rosé. There's equal opportunity everyone, you just have to first find your niche and get to work ! work !! work !!!


Next career steps

Keep doing what I'm doing while broadening my network, increasing my competencies and also the scope of my business.


Advice and top tips

Live, Learn and Discover. Its a experience worth discovering but like any true adventure ... not for the faint hearted :-)
 

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